Tatong, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Tatong, in the Benalla Rural City local government area.
| Locality | Tatong |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Benalla Rural City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -36.76394 |
| Longitude | 146.16195 |
| Population | 278 |
| Density | 1.5 /km² |
| Area | 186.5 km² |
| Elevation | 231 m |
| Postcode | 3673 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 158 km northeast |
Tatong is a locality in the Benalla Rural City local government area of Victoria, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 278. The locality covers an area of 186.5 km², giving a population density of about 1.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 231 m above sea level. It lies approximately 158 km northeast of Melbourne. Tatong is located at 36.7639°S, 146.1619°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3673. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Tatong rests in a landscape of gentle slopes that spill towards the north, a place where the rich, dark soil of the north-east plains begins its subtle ascent. It lies 46.3 km south-south-west of Wangaratta, VIC (from Wangaratta, VIC: bearing 197°T), and is situated 26.3 km south-east of Benalla. Here, the air carries the scent of dry grass and the distant, earthy aroma of cattle, a subtle perfume that hangs low in the afternoon heat. The land is a patchwork of emerald paddocks, stitched together by lines of gum trees that stand sentinel, their rough bark a testament to sun and wind. In the cooler months, a fine mist often clings to the hollows, softening the edges of the world and lending a quiet, introspective mood to the mornings.
The story of Tatong is intertwined with the agricultural pursuits that have shaped its character for generations. Originally a significant stopping point for travellers and stockmen traversing the country, its economy has long been anchored by the bounty of the land, with grazing and cropping forming the backbone of its livelihood. The Tatong Memorial Hall stands as a focal point, a hub for local gatherings and a reminder of the community's enduring spirit. Nearby, the expansive Tatong Reservoir, a vital water source, reflects the vast, often brilliant, blue of the Victorian sky, a serene presence in the surrounding rural expanse. The rhythm of Tatong is dictated by the seasons and the steady, dependable work of its inhabitants, a quiet endurance that defines its distinctive charm.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Tatong, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Tatong, in the Benalla Rural City local government area.
Detailed location data for Tatong includes the postcode (3673), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Benalla Rural City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Tatong is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |